Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Species:
pinnatum
ID:
430045

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.R.Forst. & G.Forst.) Druce

Source:
ksu

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Trans. & Proc. New Zealand Inst. 49: 140 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000429377



Common Names

  • Zanthoxylum pinnatum
  • Pinnate Zanthoxylum
  • Pinnate Zanthoxylum Plant


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Description

Zanthoxylum pinnatum (also called Northern Prickly Ash, among many other common names) is a deciduous shrub or small tree native to the northern United States and Canada. It has a rounded crown and can reach heights of up to 20 feet. Its leaves are pinnately compound and have a pungent odor when crushed. It is found in moist woods, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Zanthoxylum pinnatum is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food flavoring and to make essential oils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Zanthoxylum pinnatum are yellow and have five petals. Seed: The seeds are small, black, and round. Seedlings: The seedlings are small and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Zanthoxylum pinnatum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early autumn and planted in a well-drained, sandy soil. The plants should be watered regularly and kept in a sunny location.

Where to Find Zanthoxylum pinnatum

Zanthoxylum pinnatum is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America.

Zanthoxylum pinnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Zanthoxylum pinnatum?

Zanthoxylum pinnatum

What is the common name of Zanthoxylum pinnatum?

Zanthoxylum pinnatum

What type of plant is Zanthoxylum pinnatum?

Tree

Species in the Zanthoxylum genus

Species in the Rutaceae family

Acmadenia alternifolia, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia baileyensis, Acmadenia bodkinii, Acmadenia burchellii, Acmadenia candida, Acmadenia densifolia, Acmadenia faucitincta, Acmadenia flaccida, Acmadenia fruticosa, Acmadenia gracilis, Acmadenia heterophylla, Acmadenia kiwanensis, Acmadenia latifolia, Acmadenia laxa, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia macropetala, Acmadenia maculata, Acmadenia matroosbergensis, Acmadenia mundiana, Acmadenia nivea, Acmadenia nivenii, Acmadenia obtusata, Acmadenia patentifolia, Acmadenia rourkeana, Acmadenia rupicola, Acmadenia sheilae, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia tetracarpellata, Acmadenia tetragona, Acmadenia trigona, Acmadenia tenax, Acmadenia argillophila, Acmadenia macradenia, Acmadenia teretifolia, Acmadenia wittebergensis, Acradenia euodiiformis, Acradenia frankliniae, Acronychia richards-beehleri, Acronychia aberrans, Acronychia acidula, Acronychia acronychioides, Acronychia acuminata, Acronychia arfakensis, Acronychia baeuerlenii, Acronychia brassii, Acronychia carrii, Acronychia cartilaginea, Acronychia chooreechillum,

References

George Claridge Druce (1850-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Druce' in the authors string.
Georg Forster (1754-1794): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Forst.' in the authors string.
Johann Reinhold Forster (1729-1798): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.R.Forst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:775948-1: Based on the initial data import